Critics call Myanmar’s first elections since military coup a sham as civil war rages on

Myanmar has resumed voting in the second round of its first general election in five years, expanding polling to additional townships, including some areas affected by the current civil war between the military government and its armed opponents. Polling stations opened at 6 a.m.

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PBS NewsHourLean Left· Jan 11, 2026

Myanmar holds 2nd round of voting in country's 1st general election since military takeover

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Myanmar holds second round of voting in first general election since military takeover

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Critics call Myanmar’s first elections since military coup a sham as civil war rages on

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Wyoming Tribune EagleCenter· Jan 11, 2026

Myanmar votes in second phase of junta-run election

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Myanmar holds 2nd round of elections amid armed conflict

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Myanmar holds 2nd round of elections amid armed conflict

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Deutsche WelleLean Left· Jan 11, 2026

Myanmar: Second phase of vote opens in junta-run election – DW

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Myanmar’s military holds second phase of elections amid civil war

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